About
Amanda Gilchrist
Meet Amanda Gilchrist - a beacon of serenity in the whirlwind of life. She's not just a counselor and supervisor; she's a leadership architect, program developer, strategic planner, and quality assurance whiz. With an impressive repertoire of professional licenses and certifications, Amanda is your go-to guide for mental health navigation. She's been dubbed a consultant, facilitator, and empowerer – a trifecta of roles that enables her to help individuals make their mark on the world. Whether she's molding budding clinicians into accomplished professionals or providing evidence-based guidance for strategic initiatives, Amanda's approach is always as refreshing as it is effective. With a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Amanda brings both academic expertise and real-world experience to the table. Her past roles include Director of Mobile Crisis at the SC Dept. of Mental Health, Mental Health Consultant at the Richland County Sheriff's Dept., and Consultant/Senior Lead at Vida Health. Her clinical prowess spans across depression, addictions, stress and anxiety, life adjustments, grief, loss, crisis, and trauma. Plus, she offers specialized supervision for veterans, first responders, and law enforcement - talk about a full plate! But don't let her professional demeanor fool you. Beneath her sophisticated exterior lies a subtly playful and witty spirit. Expect unexpected twists, a dash of self-deprecating humor, a